Explore: Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 29, 2018) Port Huron, MI – I spent a drizzly Sunday morning in one of my favorite writing spots – Port Huron. This has all one needs for a beautiful day away, just an hour from SE Oakland County. The Great Lakes Maritime…
Who’s Running for Office? Here are Candidate Interviews for Aug. 7 Primary Election Oakland County, MI- The Oakland County Times has a tradition of doing brief, introductory interviews with candidates for political offices. This gives all candidates a chance to talk about the issues that are important to them, and we welcome candidates from any…
Officials Warn of Potential Measles Exposure, New Cases in Michigan (Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services, July 26, 2018) Detroit, MI- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed two additional cases of measles in Michigan for 2018; both related to international travel. These individuals were residents of Oakland and Washtenaw…
Gerty the Therapy Dog Helps Kids Read Confidently at Berkley Library (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 23, 2018) Berkley, MI- Gerty got as much love as she gave Saturday when she and her human volunteered at the Berkley Library for “Read to a Dog” day. On such days, kids of all ages take turns reading to…
2018 Candidate Interview: Gretchen Whitmer for Governor (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 22, 2018) Lansing, MI –Gretchen Whitmer is running in the Democratic Primary for Governor of Michigan. Also on the Aug. 7, 2018 Democratic Primary ballot are Abd.ul El-Sayed, and Shri Thanedar. In the Republican Party Primary are Brian Calley, Patrick Colebeck, Jim Hines and Bill…
2018 Candidate Interview: Marisa Prince for Brandon Twp. Trustee (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Brandon Township, Ortonville, MI – Marisa Prince is running unopposed in the Aug.7, 2018 Democratic Primary for Brandon Township Trustee. In the Republican Primary are Scott Broughton, Dale M. Creamer, Jayson W. Rumball and Steven D. Unruh. The winner of the…
Residents Heard in Drayton Church Development, Apartment Idea Thwarted (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 15, 2018) Ferndale, MI – About 35 residents attended a Ferndale Planning Commission meeting on July 11 to halt efforts by Drayton Avenue Lofts LLC to convert the former Drayton Avenue Presbyterian Church at 2441 Pinecrest into a 30-unit apartment complex. The…
Reporter Food: Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon Muskegon, MI -One of the great things about traveling around Michigan is finding memorable dining experiences. Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon is exactly the kind of place for an out of town writer to be inspired. Earlier this year I paid a visit and ordered their German Omelette,…
2018 Candidate Interview: Andy Levin for Congress, 9th District (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 10, 2018) Berkley, Clawson, Centerline, Eastpointe, Ferndale, Fraser, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Heights, Royal Oak, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Sterling Heights, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin, Bloomfield Township, Clinton Township, Royal Oak Township and Southfield Township, MI -Andy Levin is running…
16 Cases of Legionellosis in Oakland County, Officials Warn of Risks (MDHHS, July 9, 2018) Oakland County, MI – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is coordinating with local health departments across the state to investigate cases of legionellosis this summer. To date in 2018, there have been 135 confirmed cases of…
Royal Oak Man Drowns in Spencer Park in Rochester Hills (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, July 6, 2018) Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, MI – INCIDENT: 19:22 Hrs. – City of Rochester Hills – Death Investigation / Drowning / OCSO Marine Unit Assist – #18-126669 SUMMARY: Deputies and the Rochester Hills Fire Department (RHFD) responded to Thelma…
Oak Park Celebrates Independence Day with Pancakes, Parade, and People (Cheryl Weiss, July 6, 2018) Oak Park, MI- The 4th of July has been a special day with an annual big celebration in Oak Park since 1958, and this year was no exception. From the Mayor’s 5K Race, to fueling up at the Youth Assistance…
2018 Candidate Interview: Brian Calley for Governor (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 4, 2018) Lansing, MI Brian Calley is running in the Republican Primary for Governor of Michigan. Also in the Republican Primary are Patrick Colbeck, Jim Hines and Bill Schuette. The primary is Aug. 7, 2018. In the Libertarian Primary are Bill Gelineau and John J.…
50 Shades Movies Mysteriously Hidden, Berkley Library Stands up to the Censor (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 3, 2018) Berkley, MI- Someone’s been playing censor at the Berkley Library, hiding copies of DVDs such as 50 Shades of Gray, 50 Shades Freed, and Eyes Wide Shut. Even the documentary Jerusalem was surreptitiously removed and hidden. Staff…
2018 Candidate Interview: Patrick Colbeck for Governor (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 3, 2018) Lansing, MI – Patrick Colbeck is running in the Republican Primary for Governor of Michigan. Also in the Republican Primary are Brian Calley, Jim Hines and Bill Schuette. The primary is Aug. 7, 2018. In the Libertarian Primary are Bill Gelineau and John…
State Police & Fire Safety Series #6: Boating (Michigan State Police, July 4, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…
SMART Transit Millage Renewal on Aug. 7 Ballot (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2018) Oakland County, MI- On Aug. 7, 2018 voters in Oakland County will be asked to renew a millage that funds public transportation. This is NOT the millage for the Regional Transit Authority. This IS for a continuation of SMART services already…
State Police & Fire Safety Series #5: Swimming (Michigan State Police, July 2, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…
2018 Candidate Interview: Charles Salgat for County Commissioner Dist. 16 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2018) Clawson, Troy, and Royal Oak, MI – Charles “Chuck” Salgat is running for County Commissioner for the 16th District and is on the Democratic Primary ballot for Aug. 7, 2018. Also on the Democratic Primary Ballot is Penny Luebs. Republican…
State Police & Fire Safety Series #4: Camping (Michigan State Police, June 30, 2018) Michiganders and visitors alike are urged to make safety a top priority in all seasonal activities while enjoying Pure Michigan at home or on the road. Summer safety tips from Michigan State Police Director Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue and State Fire…